Management Associate - Korea Business Development (1 year)

SHEFFIELD GREEN (ASIA) PTE LTD is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Korean-speaking fresh graduate to join Sheffield as a Management Associate focused on developing business opportunities in Korea. The role will leverage on the candidate's Korean language proficiency and cultural knowledge to support client engagement and business development activities. The successful candidate will gain hands-on exposure to Sheffield’s business and commercial operations while working closely with senior management. This is a long-term development opportunity with potential to progressively assume greater responsibility and develop into a Country Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with senior management to identify, prospect and develop new business opportunities in Korea.

• Support lead generation, market research, prospecting and client outreach targeting Korean companies.

• Develop client relationships by leveraging on Korean language proficiency and cultural understanding.

• Perform research on Korean market trends, industries, competitors, clients and business opportunities.

• Develop knowledge of Sheffield's recruitment, manpower supply, project staffing and workforce management services across Renewable Energy, Offshore Wind, Oil & Gas, Marine, EPC, Construction, Manufacturing and related industries.

• Assist with proposals, presentations, tenders, commercial submissions and client materials.

• Participate in client meetings, presentations, networking and business development activities.

• Support the business development cycle from prospecting and relationship building through to opportunity development, negotiation and closing.

• Coordinate with internal teams to address client requirements and support project delivery.

• Maintain CRM records and prepare business reports and market updates.

• Take increasing ownership of client relationships, business opportunities and commercial targets as capability develops.

Pre-requisites

• Strong Korean language proficiency and good understanding of Korean business culture and working practices.

• Currently studying or recently graduated from a local Singapore university; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Relevant internship, part-time or work experience is an advantage; academic qualifications alone will not be the primary consideration.

• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with confidence engaging clients and business contacts.

• Commercial awareness and genuine interest in Business Development, Sales, Client Management and Commercial Strategy.

• Strong initiative, self-motivation, adaptability and willingness to learn and take ownership.

• Good analytical, research, problem-solving and relationship-building abilities.

• Demonstrates potential and ambition to develop into a senior business development or Country Manager role supporting the Korean market.

• Has legal rights to work and live in Korea.

Development Opportunity

This position is intended as a long-term talent development opportunity within Sheffield. The successful candidate will receive close guidance and exposure to the Company's business development activities and will progressively develop their knowledge of Sheffield's services, clients, industries and commercial processes.

The initial focus will be on supporting business development activities in Korea. As the candidate demonstrates the required capabilities, commercial judgement and performance, the role may progressively expand to include greater responsibility for client management, business development activities, commercial targets and the broader development of Sheffield's Korean business.

Click Apply if you think you have what it takes for this role. Sheffield Group is looking forward to welcome you!